plan of training - welder
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September 2009
WELDER
PLAN OF TRAINING
WELDER
SEPTEMBER 2OO9
Government of Newfoundland and LabradorDepartment of Education
Institutional and Industrial Education Division
Chairperson, Provincial Apprentices ip and Certification Board
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The Joint Planning Committee (JPC) recognizes this Interprovincial Program Guide as
the national curriculum for the occupation of Welder.
Preface
This Apprenticeship Standard is based on the 2004 edition of the National Occupational
Analysis for the Welder trade.
This document describes the curriculum content for the Welder apprenticeship training
program and outlines each of the technical training units necessary for the completion
of apprenticeship.
Acknowledgements
Advisory committees, industry representatives, instructors and apprenticeship staff
provided valuable input to the development of this Apprenticeship Curriculum
Standard. Without their dedication to quality apprenticeship training, this document
could not have been produced.
We offer you a sincere thank you.
Contact Information
Department of Education
Institutional and Industrial Education Division
Tel: 709‐729‐2729 / 1‐877‐771‐3737
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.gov.nl.ca/app
Document Status
Date Approved
Mandatory
Implementation
Date
Comments
Approved September 2009 September 2010
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Table of Contents
A. Conditions Governing Apprenticeship Training ..........................................................................................6
B. Requirements for Red Seal Certification .....................................................................................................13
C. Roles and Responsibilities of Stakeholders in the Apprenticeship Process..........................................14
D. Program Outcomes .........................................................................................................................................17
E. Program Structure...........................................................................................................................................18
Entry Level – Block 1 ..........................................................................................................................................24
TS1510 Occupational Health and Safety ................................................................................................24
TS1520 Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) .........................................28
TS1530 Standard First Aid........................................................................................................................31
WD1165 Hand, Measuring and Layout Tools..........................................................................................32
WD1170 Hand And Power Cutting Tools ................................................................................................35
WD1175 Drilling And Threading Tools ....................................................................................................37
WD1180 Grinding And Finishing ..............................................................................................................39
WD1185 Bending And Rolling ...................................................................................................................42
WD1601 Oxy‐Fuel Cutting, Heating and Gouging .................................................................................43
WD1610 SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) 1 ..................................................................................45
WD1620 SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) 2 – Fillet Weld All Positions ....................................47
WD1630 GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) 1..........................................................................................49
WD1640 GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) 1 –Set‐Up.......................................................................52
WD1650 Plasma Arc Cutting and Gouging..............................................................................................54
WD1661 Blueprint Reading 1 (Basic).........................................................................................................56
WD1670 Blueprint Reading 2 (Welding Symbols)...................................................................................58
WD1681 Metallurgy, Expansion and Contraction Control ....................................................................60
WD1690 Quality Control.............................................................................................................................64
WD1700 Stationary Powered Shearing .....................................................................................................66
WD1711 Iron Worker Operation................................................................................................................67
WD1720 Jigs And Fixture Fabrication.......................................................................................................69
WD1730 Fabrication Fundamentals...........................................................................................................70
WD1740 FCAW (Flux‐Cored Arc Welding) 1 .........................................................................................72
WD1801 SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) 3 – Groove Weld........................................................74
WD1810 SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) 4 ...................................................................................76
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WD1820 GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) 2 – Fillet Weld All Positions, Mild Steel ........................77
WD1831 GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) 3...........................................................................................79
WD1840 GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) 2......................................................................................81
WD1870 Build Up of Metal Parts ...............................................................................................................83
WD1881 Fusion, Brazing and Braze Welding (Oxy‐ Fuel) .....................................................................85
WD1891 FCAW (Flux‐Cored Arc Welding) 2 – Fillet and Groove Weld Plate 1G, 2G, 1GF, and 2GF
...........................................................................................................................................................................87
WD1900 Air Carbon Arc Cutting and Gouging.......................................................................................89
WD1910 Layout and Template Development Fundamentals................................................................91
AP1100 Introduction to Apprenticeship ...................................................................................................93
MA1060 Basic Math .....................................................................................................................................98
CM2150 Workplace Communications.....................................................................................................100
MR1220 Customer Service ........................................................................................................................103
SP2330 Quality Assurance/Quality Control ...........................................................................................106
MC1050 Introduction to Computers........................................................................................................109
SD1700 Workplace Skills...........................................................................................................................114
SD1710 Job Search Techniques .................................................................................................................117
SD1720 Entrepreneurial Awareness ........................................................................................................119
Block 2.................................................................................................................................................................121
WD1850 GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) 3 – Groove Weld All Positions, Mild Steel ...........121
WD1860 GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) 4 – Fillet And Groove Weld, Medium And High
Carbon Steel ...................................................................................................................................................123
WD2410 Stud Welding and Resistance Spot Welding ..........................................................................124
WD2421 Blueprint Reading 3 (Advanced/CAD) ...................................................................................126
WD2431 Material Handling, Rigging and Scaffolding .........................................................................128
WD2500 SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) 6 – Alloy Steels ........................................................132
WD2511 GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) 4.........................................................................................134
WD2520 GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) 5 –Pipe And Tubing, All Positions Ferrous Metals...135
WD2280 FCAW (Flux‐Cored Arc Welding) 3 ‐ Fillet and Groove .....................................................137
WD2570 Electric Arc Cutting (SMAW) ...................................................................................................139
WD2141 SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) 5 ‐ Groove Welds.....................................................140
Block 3.................................................................................................................................................................142
WD2530 GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) 6.........................................................................................142
WD2560 SAW (Submerged Arc Welding) Weld Plate..........................................................................144
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WD2541 GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) 6 – Alloy and Non‐Ferrous Metals.........................146
WD2551 FCAW (Flux‐Cored Arc Welding) 4– Pipe And Tubing All Positions..............................150
WD2440 Blueprint Reading 4 (Shop Drawings) ....................................................................................152
WD2591 GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) 5 – Pipe And Tubing, Mild Steel, All Positions ....154
Block 4.................................................................................................................................................................156
WD2581 SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) 6 – Pipe All Positions..............................................156
WD2600 GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) 6 – Pipe Mild Steel ...................................................158
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A. Conditions Governing Apprenticeship Training
1.0 General
The following general conditions apply to all apprenticeship training programs
approved by the Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board (PACB) in
accordance with the Apprenticeship Training and Certification Act (1999). If an occupation
requires additional conditions, these will be noted in the specific Plan of Training for
the occupation. In no case should there be a conflict between these conditions and the
additional requirements specified in certain Plan of Training.
2.0 Entrance Requirements
2.1 Entry into the occupation as an apprentice requires:
Indenturing into the occupation by an employer who agrees to provide
the appropriate training and work experiences as outlined in the Plan of
Training.
2.2 Notwithstanding the above, each candidate must have successfully completed a
high school program or equivalent, and in addition may be required to have
completed certain academic subjects as specified in particular Plan of Training.
Mature students, at the discretion of the Director of Institutional and Industrial
Education, may be registered. A mature student is defined as one who has
reached the age of 19 and who can demonstrate the ability and the interest to
complete the requirements for certification.
2.3 At the discretion of the Director of Institutional and Industrial Education, credit
toward the apprenticeship program may be awarded to an apprentice for
previous work experience and/or training as validated through prior learning
assessment.
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2.4 An Application for Apprenticeship form must be duly completed.
3.0 Probationary Period
The probationary period for each Memorandum of Understanding will be six
months. Within that period the memorandum may be terminated by either party
upon giving the other party and the PACB one week notice in writing.
4.0 Termination of a Memorandum of Understanding
After the probationary period referred to in Section 3.0, the Memorandum of
Understanding may be terminated by the PACB by mutual consent of the parties
involved, or cancelled by the PACB for proper and sufficient cause in the opinion
of the PACB.
5.0 Apprenticeship Progression Schedule and Wage Rates
5.1 Progression Schedule
7200 Hour
Programs
Requirements for Progression Progress To
First Year
Apprentice
Completion of entry level (Block 1)
courses, plus relevant work experience
totaling a minimum of 1800 hours *
Second Year
Second Year
Apprentice
Completion of advanced level (Block 2)
courses, plus relevant work experience
totaling a minimum of 3600 hours
Third Year
Third Year
Apprentice
Completion of advanced level (Block 3)
courses, plus relevant work experience
totaling a minimum of 5400 hours
Fourth Year
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Fourth Year
Apprentice
Completion of advanced level (Block 4)
courses and (Blocks 5 & 6) if applicable, plus
sign‐off of workplace skills required for
certification totaling a minimum of 7200
hours**
Write
Certification
Examination
5400 Hour
Programs
Requirements for Progression Progress To
First Year
Apprentice
Completion of entry level (Block 1)
courses, plus relevant work experience
totaling a minimum of 1800 hours *
Second Year
Second Year
Apprentice
Completion of advanced level (Block 2)
courses, plus relevant work experience
totaling a minimum of 3600 hours
Third Year
Third Year
Apprentice
Completion of advanced level (Block 3)
courses, plus sign‐off of workplace skills
required for certification totaling a
minimum of 5400 hours
Write
Certification
Examination
4800 Hour
Programs
Requirements for Progression Progress To
First Year
Apprentice
Completion of entry level courses (Block 1)
courses, plus relevant work experience
totaling a minimum of 1600 hours *
Second Year
Second Year
Apprentice
Completion of advanced level (Block 2)
courses, plus relevant work experience
totaling a minimum of 3200 hours
Third Year
Third Year
Apprentice
Completion of advanced level (Block 3)
courses, plus sign‐off of workplace skills
required for certification totaling a
minimum of 4800 hours
Write
Certification
Examination
* All direct entry apprentices must meet the Requirements for Progression
either through Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition or course completion
before advancing to the next year.
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** Apprentices in a 7200 hour program which incorporates more than four
blocks of training are considered fourth year apprentices pending completion of
100% course credits and workplace skills requirements.
5.2 For the duration of each Apprenticeship Training Period, the apprentice who is
not covered by a collective agreement, shall be paid a progressively increased
schedule of wages.
Program
Duration
Wage Rates Comments
1st Year 60%
2nd Year 70%
3rd Year 80%
7200 Hours
4th Year 90%
1st Year 60%
2nd Year 75%
5400 Hours
and
4800 Hours 3rd Year 90%
These wage rates are percentages of the
prevailing journeyperson’s wage rate in the
place of employment of the apprentice. No
apprentice shall be paid less than the wage rate
established by the Labour Standards Act (1988),
as now in force or as hereafter amended, or by
other Order, as amended from time to time
replacing the first mentioned Order.
4000 Hours (Hairstylist Program) ‐ The apprentice shall be
paid no less than the minimum wage for hours
worked and a commission agreed upon
between the apprentice and the employer.
6.0 Tools
Apprentices shall be required to obtain hand tools as and when specified by the
PACB.
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7.0 Periodic Examinations and Evaluation
7.1 Every apprentice shall submit to such occupational tests and examinations as the
PACB shall direct. If after such occupational tests and examinations the
apprentice is found to be making unsatisfactory progress, his/her rate of wage
shall not be advanced as provided in Section 5 until his/her progress is
satisfactory to the Director of Institutional and Industrial Education and his/her
date of completion shall be deferred accordingly. Persistent failure to pass
required tests shall be a cause for revocation of his/her Memorandum of
Understanding.
7.2 Upon receipt of reports of accelerated progress of the apprentice, the PACB may
shorten the term of apprenticeship and advance the date of completion
accordingly.
7.3 For each and every course, a formal assessment is required for which 70% is the
pass mark. At the discretion of the instructor, the summative mark may be for
completion of a theory examination or a combination of the theory examination
and an assigned practical project.
8.0 Granting of Certificates of Apprenticeship
Upon the successful completion of apprenticeship, the PACB shall issue a
Certificate of Apprenticeship
9.0 Hours of Work
Any hours employed in the performance of duties related to the designated
occupation will be credited towards the completion of the term of
apprenticeship. Appropriate documentation of these hours must be provided.
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10.0 Copies of the Registration for Apprenticeship
The Director of Institutional and Industrial Education shall provide copies of the
Registration for Apprenticeship form to all signatories to the document.
11.0 Ratio of Apprentices to Journeypersons
The ratio of apprentices to journeypersons shall not exceed two apprentices to
every one journeyperson employed, with the condition that one of these be a
final year apprentice.
12.0 Relationship to a Collective Bargaining Agreement
Collective agreements take precedence over the conditions outlined in the Plan of
Training.
13.0 Amendments to a Plan of Apprenticeship Training
A plan of training may be amended at any time by the PACB.
14.0 Employment, Re‐Employment and Training Requirements
14.1 The Plan of Training requires apprentices to regularly attend their place of
employment.
14.2 The Plan of Training requires apprentices to regularly attend training programs
for that occupation as prescribed by the PACB.
14.3 Failure to comply with Sections 14.1 and/or 14.2 will result in cancellation of the
Memorandum of Understanding. Apprentices may have their MOUs reinstated
by the PACB but would be subject to a commitment to complete the entire
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program as outlined in the General Conditions of Apprenticeship. An apprentice
will be required to pay a reinstatement fee. Permanent cancellation in the said
occupation is the result of non‐compliance.
14.4 Cancellation of the Memorandum of Understanding to challenge journeyperson
examinations, if unsuccessful, would require an apprentice to serve a time
penalty of two (2) years before reinstatement as an apprentice or registering as a
Trade Qualifier.
14.5 Under the Plan of Training the employer is required to keep each apprentice
employed as long as work is available, and if the apprentice is laid off due to lack
of work, to give first opportunity to be hired before another is hired.
14.6 The employer will permit each apprentice to regularly attend training programs
as prescribed by the PACB.
14.7 Apprentices who cannot acquire all the workplace skills at their place of
employment will have to be evaluated in a simulated work environment at a
training institution and have sign‐off done by instructors to meet the
requirements for certification.
15.0 Appeals to Decisions Based on Conditions Governing
Apprenticeship Training
Persons wishing to appeal any decisions based on the above conditions must do
so in writing to the Minister of Education within 30 days of the decision.
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B. Requirements for Red Seal Certification
1. Evidence the required work experiences outlined in this Plan of Training
have been obtained. This evidence must be in a format clearly outlining the
experiences and must be signed by an appropriate person or persons attesting
that these experiences have been obtained to the level required.
2. Successful completion of all required courses in program.
3. A combination of training from an approved training program and suitable
work experience totalling 5400 hours.
4. Completion of a National Red Seal examination, to be set at a place and time
determined by the Institutional and Industrial Education Division.
5. Payment of the appropriate examination fee.
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C. Roles and Responsibilities of Stakeholders in the Apprenticeship
Process
The apprenticeship process involves a number of stakeholders playing significant roles
in the training of apprentices. This section outlines these roles and the responsibilities
resulting from them.
The Apprentice:
completes all required technical training courses as approved by the PACB.
finds appropriate employment.
completes all required work experiences in combination with the required hours.
ensures work experiences are well documented.
approaches apprenticeship training with an attitude and commitment that
fosters the qualities necessary for a successful career as a qualified
journeyperson.
obtains the required hand tools as specified by the PACB for each period of
training of the apprenticeship program.
The Employer:
provides high quality work experiences in an environment conducive to
learning.
remunerates apprentices as set out in the Plan of Training or Collective
Agreements.
provides feedback to training institutions, Institutional and Industrial Education
Division and apprentices in an effort to establish a process of continuous quality
improvement.
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where appropriate, releases apprentices for the purpose of returning to a training
institution to complete the necessary technical courses.
ensures work experiences of the apprentice are documented.
The Training Institution:
provides a high quality learning environment.
provides the necessary student support services that will enhance an apprenticeʹs
ability to be successful.
participates with other stakeholders in the continual updating of programs.
The Institutional and Industrial Education Division:
establishes and maintains program advisory committees under the direction of
the PACB.
promotes apprenticeship training as a viable career option to prospective
apprentices and other appropriate persons involved, such as career guidance
counsellors, teachers, parents, etc.
establishes and maintains a protocol with training institutions, employers and
other appropriate stakeholders to ensure the quality of apprenticeship training
programs.
ensures all apprentices are appropriately registered and records are maintained
as required.
schedules all necessary technical training periods for apprentices to complete
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requirements for certification.
administers provincial/interprovincial examinations.
The Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board:
sets policies to ensure the provisions of the Apprenticeship and Certification Act
(1999) are implemented.
ensures advisory and examination committees are established and maintained.
accredits institutions to deliver apprenticeship training programs.
designates occupations for apprenticeship training and/or certification.
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D. Program Outcomes
Upon completion of the Welder Program, students will have demonstrated the
knowledge and skills required to perform the following tasks:
Task 1 Interprets blueprints and drawings.
Task 2 Identifies materials.
Task 3 Sources required information.
Task 4 Prepares work area.
Task 5 Lays out materials.
Task 6 Prepares materials.
Task 7 Fabricates components.
Task 8 Maintains equipment.
Task 9 Performs basic rigging operations.
Task 10 Complies with codes, specifications and standards.
Task 11 Verifies materials.
Task 12 Performs inspections.
Task 13 Cuts with mechanical and power tools.
Task 14 Cuts using oxy‐fuel gas cutting process (OFC).
Task 15 Cuts using plasma arc cutting process (PAC).
Task 16 Cuts using air carbon arc cutting process (CAC‐A).
Task 17 Cuts using electric arc cutting process.
Task 18 Gouges using air carbon arc cutting process (CAC‐A).
Task 19 Gouges using plasma arc cutting process (PAC).
Task 20 Gouges using oxy‐fuel gas welding process (OFC).
Task 21 Welds using oxy‐fuel gas welding process (OFW).
Task 22 Welds using shielded metal arc welding process (SMAW).
Task 23 Welds using flux cored arc welding process (FCAW).
Task 24 Welds using gas metal arc welding process (GMAW).
Task 25 Welds using gas tungsten arc welding process (GTAW).
Task 26 Welds using submerged arc welding process (SAW).
Task 27 Joins using stud arc welding process (SAW).
Task 28 Joins using resistance welding process (RW) (RSW – Spot and Seam).
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E. Program Structure
For each and every course, a formal assessment is required for which 70% is the pass
mark. At the discretion of the instructor, the summative mark may be for completion of
a theory examination or a combination of the theory examination and an assigned
practical project.
The order of course delivery within each block can be determined by the educational
agency, as long as pre‐requisite conditions are satisfied.
Entry Level Courses – Block 1
NL
Course No. Course Name Hours Pre‐Requisites
TS1510 Occupational Health and Safety 6 None
TS1520 WHMIS 6 None
TS1530 Standard First Aid 14 None
WD1165 Hand, Measuring and Layout Tools 15 None
WD1170 Hand and Power Cutting Tools 15 TS1510
WD1165
WD1175 Drilling and Threading Tools 15 WD1170
WD1180 Grinding and Finishing 12 WD1170
WD1185 Bending and Rolling 4 None
WD1601 Oxy‐Fuel Cutting, Heating and
Gouging 15 TS1530
WD1610 SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding)
1 – Set‐up, Strike and Maintain an Arc 30 WD1601
WD1620 SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding)
2 – Fillet Weld All Positions 60 WD1610
WD1630 GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) 1 –
Set‐up and Maintain Arc 15 WD1610
WD1640 GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) 1
– Set‐up 15 WD1610
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Entry Level Courses – Block 1
NL
Course No. Course Name Hours Pre‐Requisites
WD1650 Plasma Arc Cutting & Gouging 10 WD1610
WD1661 Blueprint Reading 1 (Basic) 30 None
WD1730 Fabrication Fundamentals 15 WD1661
WD1670 Blueprint Reading 2 (Welding
Symbols) 30 WD1661
WD1681 Metallurgy, Expansion and
Contraction Control 30 WD1610
WD1690 Quality Control 30 WD1610
WD1700 Stationary Powered Shearing 6 None
WD1711 Iron Worker Operation 6 TS‐1510
WD1165
WD1720 Jigs and Fixture Fabrication 15 WD1730
WD1740 FCAW (Flux‐Cored Arc Welding) 1 –
Set‐up and Deposit a Weld 15 WD1630
WD1801
SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding)
3– Groove Weld 1G, 2G, 1GF, 2GF,
3GF & 4GF
120 WD1610
WD1810
SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding)
4 – Fillet & Groove Weld Medium &
High Carbon Steel
4 WD1681
WD1820 GMAW 2 (Gas Metal Arc Welding) –
Fillet Weld All Positions, Mild Steel 15 WD1630
WD1831
GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) 3 –
Groove Welds 1G, 2G, 3G Down, Mild
Steel
20 WD1630
WD1840 GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) 2
– Fillet Weld All Positions, Mild Steel 30 WD1640
WD1870 Build Up of Metal Parts 15 WD1610
WD1881 Fusion, Brazing and Braze Welding
(Oxy‐fuel) 45 WD1601
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Entry Level Courses – Block 1
NL
Course No. Course Name Hours Pre‐Requisites
WD1891
FCAW (Flux‐Core Arc Welding) 2 –
Fillet and Groove Weld Plate 1G, 2G,
1GF, 2GF
45 WD1740
WD1900 Air Carbon Arc Cutting and Gouging 15 WD1601
WD1910 Layout and Template Development
Fundamentals 40 WD1661
AP 1100 Introduction to Apprenticeship 15 None
*MA1060 Basic Math 60 None
OT1150 Workplace Exposure 80 All practical
welding courses
CM2150 Workplace Communications 45 None
MR1220 Customer Service 30 None
SP2330 Quality Assurance/Quality Control 30 None
MC1050 Introduction to Computers 30 None
SD1700 Workplace Skills 30 None
SD1710 Job Search Techniques 15 None
SD1720 Entrepreneurial Awareness 15 None
Total Hours 1108
Required Work Experience
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Block 2
NL
Course No. Course Name Hours Pre‐Requisites
WD1850
GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) 3
– Groove Weld All Positions, Mild
Steel
30 WD1640
WD1860
GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) 4
– Fillet & Groove Weld, Medium and
High Carbon Steel
4 WD1681
WD2410 Stud Welding and Resistance Spot
Welding 4 WD1610
WD2141 SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding)
5 ‐ Groove Welds 3G, 4G, 5G, 6G 25 WD1801
WD2500 SMAW (Sheilded Metal Arc Welding)
6 – Alloy Steels 4 WD1681
WD2280
FCAW (Flux‐Core Arc Welding) – 3
fillet and groove weld plate 3G, 4G,
3GF, and 4GF
30 WD1891
WD2570 Electric Arc Cutting (SMAW) 6 WD1610
WD2421 Blueprint Reading 3 (Advanced/CAD) 30 WD1670
WD2431 Material Handling, Rigging and
Scaffolding 20 TS1510
WD2511
GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) 4 –
Fillet and Groove Weld, Medium and
High Carbon Steel
4 WD1630; WD1820;
WD1831
WD2520
GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) 5 –
Pipe and Tubing, All Positions
Ferrous Metals
20 WD2511
Total Hours 177
Required Work Experience
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Block 3
NL
Course No. Course Name Hours Pre‐Requisites
WD2530 GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) 6 –
Aluminium and Stainless Steel 20 WD1630
WD2560 SAW (Submerged Arc Welding) Weld
Plate 6 WD1610
WD2541 GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) 6 –
Alloy and Non‐Ferrous Metals 35 WD1640; WD1840
WD2551 FCAW (Flux‐Cored Arc Welding) 4 –
Pipe and Tubing All Positions 35 WD1891
WD2440 Blueprint Reading 4 (Shop Drawings) 15 WD2421
WD2591 GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) 5 –
Pipe and Tubing, Mild Steel, All Positions64 WD2541
Total Hours 175
Required Work Experience
Block 4
NL
Course No. Course Name Hours Pre‐Requisites
WD2581 SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) 6 –
Pipe All Positions 135 WD1801
WD2600 GTAW(Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) 6 –
Pipe Mild Steel 75 WD2591
Total Hours 210
Total Course Credit Hours 1670
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*A student who can meet the Mathematics requirement through an ACUPLACER®
test may be exempted from Mathematics 1060. Please check with your training
institution.
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Entry Level – Block 1
TS1510 Occupational Health and Safety
Description:
This course is designed to give participants the knowledge and skills necessary to
interpret the Occupational Health and Safety Act, laws and regulations; understand the
designated responsibilities within the laws and regulations; the right to refuse
dangerous work; and the importance of reporting accidents.
Pre‐Requisites: None
Course Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this unit, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ prevent accidents and illnesses
‐ improve health and safety conditions in the workplace
Theory:
1. Interpret the Occupational Health and Safety Act laws and regulations.
i. explain the scope of the act
application of the act
Federal/Provincial jurisdictions
Canada Labour Code
rules and regulations
private home application
conformity of the Crown by the Act
2. Explain responsibilities under the Act & Regulations.
i. duties of employer, owner, contractors, sub‐contractors, employees, and
suppliers
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3. Explain the purpose of joint health and safety committees.
i. formation of committee
ii. functions of committee
iii. legislated rights
iv. health and safety representation
v. reporting endangerment to health
vi. appropriate remedial action
vii. investigation of endangerment
viii. committee recommendation
ix. employer’s responsibility in taking remedial action
4. Examine right to refuse dangerous work.
i. reasonable grounds for refusal
ii. reporting endangerment to health
iii. appropriate remedial action
iv. investigation of endangerment
v. committee recommendation
vi. employer’s responsibility to take appropriate remedial action
vii. action taken when employee does not have reasonable grounds for
refusing dangerous work
viii. employee’s rights
ix. assigning another employee to perform duties
x. temporary reassignment of employee to perform other duties
xi. collective agreement influences
xii. wages and benefits
5. State examples of work situations where one might refuse work.
6. Describe discriminatory action.
i. definition
ii. filing a complaint procedure
iii. allocated period of time a complaint can be filed with the Commission
iv. duties of an arbitrator under the Labour Relations Act
v. order in writing inclusion
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vi. report to commission Allocated period of time to request Arbitrator to
deal with the matter of the request
vii. notice of application
viii. failure to comply with the terms of an order
ix. order filed in the court
7. Explain duties of commission officers.
i. powers and duties of officers
ii. procedure for examinations and inspections
iii. orders given by officers orally or in writing
iv. specifications of an order given by an officer to owner of the place of
employment, employer, contractor, sub‐contractor, employee, or supplier
v. service of an order
vi. prohibition of persons towards an officer in the exercise of his/her power
or duties
vii. rescinding of an order
viii. posting a copy of the order
ix. illegal removal of an order
8. Interpret appeals of others.
i. allocated period of time for appeal of an order
ii. person who may appeal order
iii. action taken by Commission when person involved does not comply with
the order
iv. enforcement of the order
v. notice of application
vi. rules of court
9. Explain the process for reporting of accidents.
i. application of act
ii. report procedure
iii. reporting notification of injury
iv. reporting accidental explosion or exposure
v. posting of act and regulations
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Practical:
1. Conduct an interview with someone in your occupation on two or more
aspects of the act and report results.
2. Conduct a safety inspection of shop area.
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TS1520 Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
(WHMIS)
Description:
This course is designed to give participants the knowledge and skills necessary to
define WHMIS, examine hazard identification and ingredient disclosure, explain
labeling and other forms of warning, and introduce material safety data sheets (MSDS).
Pre‐Requisites: None
Course Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ interpret and apply the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
WHMIS) Regulation under the Occupational Health & Safety Act.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
1. Define WHMIS safety.
i. rational and key elements
ii. history and development of WHMIS
iii. WHMIS legislation
iv. WHMIS implementation
v. Definitions of legal and technical terms
2. Examine hazard identification and ingredient disclosure.
i. prohibited, restricted and controlled products
ii. classification and the application of WHMIS information requirements
iii. responsibilities for classification
the supplier
the employer
the worker‐classification: rules and criteria
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information on classification
classes, divisions and subdivisions in WHMIS
general rules for classification
class A – compresses gases
class B – flammable and combustible materials
class C – oxidizing material
class D – poisonous and infectious material
class E – corrosive material
class F – dangerously reactive material
iv. products excluded from the application of WHMIS legislation
consumer products
explosives
cosmetics, drugs, foods and devices
pest control products
radioactive prescribed substances
wood or products make of wood
manufactured articles
tobacco or products of tobacco
hazardous wastes
products handled or transported pursuant to the Transportation of
Dangerous Goods (TDG) Act
v. comparison of classification systems – WHMIS and TDG
vi. general comparison of classification categories
vii. detailed comparison of classified criteria
3. Explain labeling and other forms of warning.
i. definition of WHMIS label
supplier label
workplace label
other means of identification
ii. responsibilities for labels
supplier responsibility
employer responsibility
worker responsibility
iii. introduce label content, design and location
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supplier labels
workplace labels
other means of identification
4. Introduce material safety data sheets (MSDS).
i. definition of a material safety data sheet
ii. purpose of the data sheet
iii. responsibility for the production and availability of data sheets
supplier responsibility
employer responsibility
workers responsibility
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Locate WHMIS label and interpret the information displayed.
2. Locate a MSDS sheet for a product used in the workplace and determine what
personal protective equipment and other precautions are required when
handling this product.
SUGGESTED RESOURCES:
1. WHMIS Regulation.
2. Sample MSDS sheets.
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TS1530 Standard First Aid
Description:
This course is designed to give the apprentice the ability to recognize situations
requiring emergency action and to make appropriate decisions concerning first aid.
Complete a St. John Ambulance or Canadian Red Cross Standard First Aid Certificate
course.
Pre‐Requisites: None
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WD1165 Hand, Measuring and Layout Tools
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this unit, the apprentice will be able to:
– demonstrate knowledge of proper use of hand, measuring and layout tools.
Pre‐Requisites: None
Objectives and Content:
1. Identify the types of hand tools and describe their applications, use, care and
storage.
i. pliers
ii. chisels and punches
iii. wrenches
offset
sockets
adjustable
open end
combination
box end
allen
pipe
speed
iv. vices
pipe
soft jaw
swivel
v. straight edges
vi. screwdrivers
vii. files
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viii. bolt cutters
ix. hammers and mallets
ball peen
cross peen
sledge
x. torque wrenches
xi. reamers
xii. chain hoists
xiii. jacks
xiv. tubing cutting tools
xv. punches
center
prick
pin
xvi. line up bars (drift pins)
xvii. clamps
2. Describe the imperial and metric measuring systems and their use in the trade.
3. Identify measuring and layout tools and instruments and describe their parts,
applications and procedures for use.
i. squares
ii. tape
iii. compass
iv. protractors
v. levels
builders
laser
magnetic
water
spirit (torpedo)
vi. gauges
hi‐lo
feeler
welding
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plate thickness
wire
vii. micrometer
viii. plum bob
ix. scribers
x. straight edge
xi. calipers
xii. chalk line
trammel points
dividers
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Layout lines on flat bar.
2. Layout drill gauge.
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WD1170 Hand And Power Cutting Tools
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this unit, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ demonstrate knowledge of cutting tools, their applications, maintenance and
procedures for use.
Pre‐Requisites: TS1510; WD1165
Objectives and Content:
1. Describe hand shears, their applications, maintenance and procedures for use.
i. cutting techniques
sheet metal in a straight line
ii. circles
iii. angular shapes
2. Describe power shears and nibblers, their applications, maintenance and
procedures for use.
i. cutting techniques
metal in a straight line
ii. circles
iii. angular shapes
3. Describe squaring shears, their applications, maintenance and procedures for use.
i. parts of the shear
ii. type of blade
4. Describe hand hacksaws, their applications, maintenance and procedures for use.
i. parts of the saw
ii. type of blade
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5. Describe band and reciprocating saws, their applications, maintenance and
procedures for use.
i. parts of the saw
ii. type of blade
6. Describe chop saws, their applications, maintenance and procedures for use.
i. parts of the saw
ii. types of blades and discs
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Use tools to cut outlines layed out on flat bar and cut out drill gauge.
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WD1175 Drilling And Threading Tools
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this unit, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ demonstrate knowledge of drilling, threading and fastening tools, their use
and maintenance.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1170
Objectives and Content:
1. Identify the types of drills and describe their applications, use and maintenance.
i. parts
ii. sharpening
2. Describe the use and maintenance of hand power drills, drill presses, and magnetic‐
based drills.
3. Describe taps and dies, their applications, use and maintenance.
i. external
ii. internal
4. Identify the types of clamps, and describe their applications, use and maintenance.
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Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Layout and fabricate drilling and threading exercise as per assigned project.
2. Layout and fabricate circle cutting attachment.
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WD1180 Grinding And Finishing
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this unit, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ demonstrate knowledge of grinding and finishing tools and equipment.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1170
Objectives and Content:
1. Identify types of portable grinders and describe their applications, maintenance and
use.
i. wheels
abrasive
grit
ii. speed
iii. attachments
iv. accessories
2. Identify types of portable sanders and describe their applications, maintenance and
use.
i. discs
abrasive
grit
ii. speed
iii. attachments
iv. accessories
3. Identify types of stationary grinders and describe their applications, maintenance
and use.
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i. wheels
abrasive
grit
ii. speed
iii. attachments
iv. accessories
tool rest adjustment
wheel dressers
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Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Install grinding wheels on stationary grinder.
2. Grind metals with stationary grinders.
3. Demonstrate use of wheel dresser.
4. Grind metals with a portable grinder.
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WD1185 Bending And Rolling
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this unit, the apprentice will be able to:
– demonstrate knowledge of bending and rolling equipment.
Pre‐Requisites: None
Objectives and Content:
1. Define terminology associated with bending and rolling requirements.
i. tonnage
ii. spacing
iii. clearance
iv. calculations
2. Identify the types of equipment used to bend and roll metal, and describe their
applications, maintenance and procedures for use.
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Theory only.
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WD1601 Oxy‐Fuel Cutting, Heating and Gouging
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this unit, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ demonstrate knowledge of oxy‐fuel equipment.
Pre‐Requisites: TS1530
Objectives and Content:
1. Describe the procedures used to set‐up and shut down oxy‐fuel equipment.
i. protective equipment
ii. cleaning
iii. equipment and accessories
cylinders (storage and handling)
regulators
lighter
radiograph (semi‐automatic track cutter)
torches
flashback arrestors
check valve
hose
manifold
iv. assembling
v. tip selection
cutting
heating
gouging
thread identification
pressure adjustment
quality of cut
gas selection
types of flames
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testing
disassembling
2. Identify oxy‐fuel cutting, heating and gouging applications and procedures.
i. sheet metal
ii. plate
iii. structural shapes
iv. pipe
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Cutting
i. straight cutting
ii. bevel cutting
2. Gouging
i. gouge groove in flat plate
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WD1610 SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) 1
–Set‐Up, Strike and Maintain an Arc
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this unit, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ set‐up and maintain an arc.
‐ deposit a weld bead.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1601
Objectives and Content:
1. Define the terminology associated with arc welding.
i. mild steel and low alloy steel electrodes
ii. AC (Alternating Current)
iii. DC (Direct Current) (polarity)
iv. Arc Blow
v. duty cycle
vi. rated amperage
2. Describe the SMAW process.
i. general precautions
ii. equipment and accessories
personal protective equipment
ground clamps
terminal lugs
electrode holders
cable connectors
cables
iii. electrodes
iv. codes and standards
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3. Describe the characteristics and applications of different power sources.
i. AC transformers
ii. AC/DC rectifiers
iii. DC generators
iv. engine drive (gasoline, diesel)
v. inverters
4. Describe the set‐up and maintenance of welding equipment used in the SMAW
process.
5. Describe the procedures used to strike and maintain an electric arc.
6. Describe the procedures and techniques used to deposit a weld bead.
i. stringer
ii. weave
iii. arc length
iv. travel speed
v. work and travel angles
vi. visual inspection
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Set‐up welding equipment check the various external components.
2. Tack weld with (6011) 4311 and (7018) 4918 electrodes.
3. Deposit stringer beads with 4311 and 4918 electrodes.
4. Deposit weave beads with 4311 and 4918 electrodes.
5. Perform padding with 4311 and 4918 electrodes.
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WD1620 SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) 2 – Fillet Weld All
Positions
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this unit, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ demonstrate knowledge of fillet weld mild steel in all positions using the
SMAW process.
‐ perform visual inspection of welds.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1610
Objectives and Content:
1. Identify types of joints and their characterstics.
i. tee
ii. lap
iii. corner
2. Identify types of fillet welds and describe their applications.
i. tack
ii. composite
iii. single‐pass
iv. multi‐pass
v. plug
vi. slot
3. Describe the procedures used to fillet weld on mild steel in all positions.
i. identify positiion
limitations
ii. identify material
iii. determine thickness of material
iv. determine fillet size
v. select electrode
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vi. select current
4. Describe the procedures used to test welds.
i. destructive
ii. non‐destructive (visual inspection)
5. Describe weld faults and their causes.
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Perform welds on tee lap and corner joint, all positions.
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WD1630 GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) 1
–Set‐Up and Maintain an Arc
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this unit, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ demonstrate knowledge of the procedures to set‐up GMAW equipment, strike
and maintain an arc.
‐ disassemble and reassemble GMAW welding systems.
‐ perform visual inspection of weld.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1610
Objectives and Content:
1. Define terminology associated with the GMAW process.
2. Describe the GMAW process.
i. general precautions
ii. equipment and accessories
shielding gas and regulators
electrode wire
gun
feeder
power source
nozzle
cable connections
cables
pulsed arc machines
iii. metal transfers
iv. polarity
v. arc voltage
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vi. slope and adjustment
vii. inductance
viii. travel speed
ix. wire feed speed
x. penetration
xi. travel and work angles
xii. manipulation
xiii. guide tubes
xiv. contact tips
xv. liners
3. Describe the assembly and disassembly of welding equipment used in the GMAW
process.
4. Describe troubleshooting and maintenance procedures for GMAW equipment.
5. Describe the procedures used to establish and maintain an arc.
i. starting and stopping the weld
finishing end of the joint
ii. filler metal
iii. adjustment
iv. shielding gases (pre and post weld)
v. drive rolls
vi. gun
vii. stick‐out
viii. speed
6. Describe the procedures and techniques used to deposit a weld bead.
i. stringer
ii. weave
iii. stick‐out
iv. travel speed
v. work and travel angles
vi. visual inspection
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7. Describe the various gases and gas mixtures and describe their applications.
8. Describe weld faults and their causes.
9. Describe the procedures used to test welds.
i. destructive
ii. non‐destructive (visualinspection)
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Setup GMAW equipment.
2. Change electrode wire guide.
3. Adjust and check flow meter.
4. Deposit fillet welds on mild steel, various thickness.
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WD1640 GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) 1 –Set‐Up
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this unit, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ demonstrate, set‐up equipment, strike and maintain an arc.
‐ perform visual inspection of welds.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1610
Objectives and Content:
1. Define terminology associated with the GTAW process.
2. Describe the GTAW process.
i. general precautions
ii. equipment and accessories
power sources
torches
flowmeters
iii. electrodes
iv. current requirement
v. shielding gases
vi. travel and work angles
vii. filler rods
viii. joint types and their preparation
ix. edge preparations
x. weld types
3. Describe the procedures to assemble and disassemble GTAW welding equipment.
4. Describe the procedures used to establish and maintain an arc.
i. conventional and pulse arc welding
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5. Describe the procedures used to test welds.
i. destructive
ii. non‐destructive (visual inspection)
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Setup GTAW equipment, strike and maintain arc.
2. Change electrode, collet and collet body.
3. Adjust and check flow meter.
4. Run beads on cold rolled steel plate.
5. Shut down equipment.
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WD1650 Plasma Arc Cutting and Gouging
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this unit, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ set‐up and operate plasma arc equipment.
‐ cut and gouge ferrous and non ferrous metal.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1610
Objectives and Content:
1. Define terminology associated with the plasma arc process.
2. Describe the plasma arc process.
i. general precautions
ii. equipment and accessories
types of torches
electrodes and tips
iii. types of arcs
iv. gases
v. power source
vi. procedures to set‐up equipment and check its operation
3. Describe the procedures used to assemble and disassemble plasma arc equipment.
4. Describe the procedures used to maintain and troubleshoot plasma arc equipment.
5. Describe the procedures used to cut various thicknesses of ferrous and non‐ferrous
metals.
i. structural shapes
ii. plate
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iii. pipe
iv. sheet metal
6. Describe the process used to set‐up and operate equipment for gouging ferrous and
non‐ferrous metals.
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Setup equipment, check its operation for non‐transfer arc and check torch.
2. Cut steel of various thicknesses.
3. Cut stainless steel of various thicknesses.
4. Cut aluminium.
5. Gouge mild steel.
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WD1661 Blueprint Reading 1 (Basic)
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this unit, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ demonstrate a basic knowledge of blueprints and their purpose.
Pre‐Requisites: None
Objectives and Content:
1. Identify the types of orthographic, oblique and isometric drawings and their
purposes.
2. Identify the various types of lines used on blueprints and describe their
applications.
i. centre
ii. hidden
iii. dimension
iv. extension
v. object
vi. break
vii. long
viii. short
3. Identify views and describe their purpose.
i. front
ii. right side
iii. left side
iv. top (plan)
v. bottom
vi. back
vii. section
viii. detailed
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4. Identify notes and specifications and describe their purpose.
i. parts of objects
ii. title block
iii. revisions
iv. drawing numbers
5. Identify sectioning practices and describe their purpose.
i. enlarged
ii. isometric
iii. auxiliary
iv. rotation
v. developed view
vi. detail
6. Identify and interpret common abbreviations and symbols.
i. supplementary symbols
ii. outdated and preferred symbols
iii. references
iv. location of symbols on drawings
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Identify the basic lines.
2. Identify various elements (ie) views notes and specifications, sections, common
symbols and abbreviations.
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WD1670 Blueprint Reading 2 (Welding Symbols)
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this unit, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ interpret welding abbreviations and symbols.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1661
Objectives and Content:
1. Identify common welding symbols and abbreviations and describe their
applications.
i. back gouging
ii. melt through
iii. finishing
iv. processes
2. Identify and interpret the symbols for fillet welds.
i. pitch
ii. dimension
iii. shape
iv. finishing
3. Identify and interpret the symbols for groove welds.
i. preparation
depth
angle
ii. root spacing
4. Identify and interpret the symbols for melt‐through welds.
i. root spacing
ii. preparation angle
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iii. backing
iv. fusible inserts
5. Identify and interpret the symbols for plug welds.
i. dimensions
ii. bevel angle
iii. filler thickness
iv. number
v. pitch
vi. shape
6. Identify and interpret weld finishing symbols.
i. grinding
ii. machining
iii. chipping
iv. hammering
v. rolling
vi. unspecified
7. Identify and interpret pipe welding symbols.
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Locate and interpret abbreviations and symbols relevant to the trade
i. fillet welds
ii. groove welds
iii. melt through
iv. weld finishing
v. plug welds
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 60
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WD1681 Metallurgy, Expansion and Contraction Control
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this unit, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ demonstrate understanding of the practices and principles to control
expansion, contraction and distortion.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1610
Objectives and Content:
1. Define terminology associated with metallurgy.
2. Describe the types and characteristics of metals.
i. ferrous
ii. low carbon
iii. medium carbon
iv. high carbon
v. alloy steel
vi. non‐ferrous
3. Describe mechanical and physical properties of metals.
i. tensile strength
ii. yield strength
iii. elasticity
iv. ductility
v. hardness
vi. compressive strength
vii. fatigue strength
viii. impact strength
ix. toughness
x. density
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xi. melting point
xii. thermal conductivity
xiii. thermal expansion
xiv. electrical conductivity and resistance
xv. corrosion resistance
xvi. brittleness
xvii. malleability
xviii. plasticity
xix. reaction to heat
specific heat
heat of fusion
4. Describe the effects on properties of metals when:
i. forming
ii. shearing
iii. punching
iv. drilling
v. cutting
vi. welding
5. Describe the effects of stresses and shrinkage on materials.
i. hard
ii. brittle
iii. tough
iv. ductile
6. Describe common methods to determine the type of material and/or weldability.
i. spark
ii. flame
iii. visual
iv. chip
v. weight
vi. magnet
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7. Identify pre‐heat and post‐heat processes and describe their purpose and
applications.
i. temperature
8. Describe various classification systems used for ferrous metals.
i. numbering systems
SAE (Society Automotive Engineers)
AISI (American Iron and Steel Institute)
ASTM (American Society of Testing and Materials)
CSA (Canadian Standards Association)
ii. colour coding of materials
9. Describe common problems in welding medium and high carbon steel.
10. Describe expansion and contraction of metals.
i. heating compared with cooling
11. Describe stresses resulting from.
i. welding
ii. flame cutting
iii. shearing
iv. unsatisfactory preparation for welding
v. forming
vi. rivetting
12. Describe control of shrinkage in weldments.
i. welding sequence
back step
staggered intermittent
chain intermittent
ii. weld size and number of passes
iii. balancing of shrinkage and other forces
iv. pre‐heat and post‐heat requirements
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13. Describe stress relief.
i. purpose
ii. methods
heating
peening
aging
iii. requirements
14. Describe controlled shrinkage for:
i. straightening of bent or distorted members
ii. alignment of sub‐assemblies
iii. pre‐bending
iv. removal of corroded or seized parts
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Identify metals using the spark test.
2. Shape, grind and heat treat chisels.
3. Observe tensile, ductility, hardness, tests.
4. Demonstrate expansion and contraction.
5. Pre‐set heated metal.
6. Use presetting to straighten bent members.
7. Perform pre‐bending.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 64
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WD1690 Quality Control
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this unit, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ demonstrate knowledge of quality control.
‐ demonstrate knowledge of non‐destructive tests.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1610
Objectives and Content:
1. Explain the purpose and scope of quality control.
2. Describe the methods used to identify and verify materials.
i. standards and specifications
ii. mill certificates
3. Describe standards and specifications applicable in the trade.
i. templates and/or gauges
ii. drawing (compliance with)
4. Describe the procedures used to ascertain compliance with design and code
specifications.
5. Describe the methods of inspection and testing of structural materials and welds
and their associated procedures.
i. non‐destructive
visual
radiography
magnetic particle
ultrasonic
dye penetrant test
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leak test
pneumatic test (air and soap, inert gas)
hydrostatic test (water pressure)
ii. paint thickness
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Perform visual inspection of welds.
2. Inspect and test structural material and weld.
i. inspect items and note irregularities (visual inspection)
ii. bend specimen and determine ductility and soundness
iii. perform etch test
iv. visual inspect radiographic film for irregularities
v. use magnetic partical test
vi. perform dye penetrant test
vii. perform leak test on small vessels
air and soap (pneumatic)
water pressure (hydrostatic)
3. Identify inspection and test methods for paint thickness.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 66
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WD1700 Stationary Powered Shearing
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this unit, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ demonstrate knowledge of powered shearing equipment and its applications.
Pre‐Requisites: None
Objectives and Content:
1. Identify types of powered shearing equipment and describe their characteristics
and applications.
2. Describe the operation of shearing equipment.
i. capacity
ii. rake angle
iii. blade clearance
iv. back gauge calibration
v. lateral guide squaring
vi. operating procedures
vii. preventative maintenance
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Determine capacity of shears.
2. Setup and operate guillotine plate shears.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 67
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WD1711 Iron Worker Operation
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this unit, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ operate iron worker equipment for punching and shearing of structural shapes,
plate and sheet sections.
‐ perform preventative maintenance.
Pre‐Requisites: TS1510; WD1165
Objectives and Content:
1. Describe the purpose of the iron worker and its accessories.
i. punching
ii. shearing
iii. notching
iv. coping
v. bending
2. Describe coping and notching.
i. blade clearance
ii. capacity
3. Describe shearing.
i. blades
ii. blade clearance
iii. capacity
4. Describe angular and square cuts of angle stock.
i. capacity
ii. back gauge clearance
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
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5. Describe punching.
i. die clearance
ii. round
iii. oblong
iv. square
6. Describe bending.
i. die selection
ii. capacity
7. Describe preventative maintenance procedures.
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Demonstrate notching.
2. Demonstrate punching.
3. Demonstrate shearing.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 69
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WD1720 Jigs And Fixture Fabrication
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this unit, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ demonstrate knowledge of jig and fixture fabrication and applications.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1730
Objectives and Content:
1. Identify common types of jigs and fixtures and describe their purpose and
applications.
2. Describe common methods used to fabricate jigs and fixtures.
i. design considerations
ii. fabrication practices
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Fabricate jigs and fixtures.
i. setup multi‐punch operation
ii. fabricate jig to allow multi‐drilling
iii. setup jig to allow for shearing
iv. fabricate jig to accommodate truss assembly for welding
v. fabricate jig to accommodate ladder assembly
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 70
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador Welder_22‐160_POT_2009‐09
WD1730 Fabrication Fundamentals
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ prepare joints on structural shapes to industry standards.
‐ fabricate using various structural shapes.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1661
Objectives and Content:
1. Identify the various types of structural steel shapes and describe the procedures
used to determine their dimensions.
i. S‐beam (standard)
ii. WF‐beam (wide flanged beam)
iii. angle iron
iv. channel
v. I‐beam
vi. pipe and tubing
2. Identify the methods used to prepare joints on structural steel shapes to industry
standards.
3. Describe the procedures used to work accurately from shop drawings or sketches.
i. read shop drawings
ii. verify dimensions
iii. cut parts as per shop drawings
4. Describe the procedures used to fabricate using various structural shapes.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
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Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Theory only
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
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WD1740 FCAW (Flux‐Cored Arc Welding) 1
– Set‐Up and Deposit AWeld
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this unit, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ set‐up and adjust FCAW equipment.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1630
Objectives and Content:
1. Define terminology associated with the FCAW process.
2. Describe the FCAW process.
i. general precautions
ii. equipment and accessories
shielding gas and regulators
electrode wire
flux cored
metal cored
gun
feeder
power source
nozzle
cable connections
cables
iii. metal transfers
iv. polarity
v. arc voltage
vi. slope and adjustment
vii. inductance
viii. travel speed
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ix. wire feed speed
x. penetration
xi. travel and work angles
xii. manipulation
xiii. guide tubes
xiv. contact tips
xv. liners
3. Describe the assembly and disassembly of welding equipment used in the FCAW
process.
4. Describe troubleshooting and maintenance procedures for FCAW equipment.
5. Describe the procedures used to deposit a satisfactory weld.
i. starting and stopping the weld
ii. filler metal
iii. adjustment
iv. shielded gases (pre and post weld)
v. drive rolls
vi. gun
vii. stick‐out
viii. speed
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Set‐up FCAW equipment and adjust flow meter, if necessary.
Identify electrode wire and equipment components.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 74
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador Welder_22‐160_POT_2009‐09
WD1801 SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) 3 – Groove Weld
1G, 2G, 1GF, 2GF, 3GF and 4GF
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ groove weld on mild steel using the SMAW process with F‐3 and F‐4
electrodes.
‐ perform weld tests.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1610
Objectives and Content:
1. Identify and describe the weld positions.
i. 1‐G
ii. 2‐G
iii. 1GF
iv. 2GF
v. 3GF
vi. 4GF
2. Describe the procedures used to perform groove welds in the
1G, 2G, 1GF, 2GF, 3GF, and 4GF positions.
i. joint design
ii. inspection and testing
iii. electrode angles
iv. electrode manipulation
v. amperage adjustment
vi. identify position and limitations
vii. identify material
viii. determine thickness of material
ix. select electrode
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x. select current
xi. penetration
3. Describe the procedures used to test welds.
i. codes and standards
4. Describe weld faults.
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Weld groove butt joints on 3/8” mild steel plate in 1G, 2G, 1GF, 2GF, 3GF, and 4GF
positions using F3 and F4 electrodes.
2. Perform weld tests.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 76
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WD1810 SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) 4
–Fillet and Groove Weld Medium and High Carbon Steel
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ Describe the process to weld on medium and high‐carbon steel in all positions
using the SMAW process.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1681
Objectives and Content:
1. Describe the SMAW process as it applies to welding medium and high‐carbon steel.
i. general precautions
ii. characteristics of materials
iii. weldability of materials
iv. welding procedures
2. Describe the procedures used to test welds.
3. Describe weld faults with medium and high carbon steel.
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
Theory only.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 77
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WD1820 GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) 2 – Fillet Weld All Positions,
Mild Steel
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ fillet weld on mild steel in all positions using the GMAW process.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1630
Objectives and Content:
1. Describe the purpose, applications and advantages of GMAW.
2. Describe the GMAW process used to fillet weld in all positions.
i. conventional and pulse
ii. identification of position
iii. modes of transfer
short circuiting
globular
spray
pulse spray
iv. shielding gas selection
v. filler metals
vi. troubleshooting
vii. work and travel angles
viii. gun manipulation
3. Describe the procedures used to test welds.
4. Describe weld faults.
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Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Perform fillet welds on mild steel plate using the GMAW process.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 79
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WD1831 GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) 3
– Groove Welds 1G, 2G, and 3G Down, Mild Steel
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ groove weld on mild steel in all positions using the GMAW process.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1630
Objectives and Content:
1. Describe the GMAW process used to groove weld mild steel in flat, horizontal, and
vertical downs.
i. conventional and pulse
ii. identification of position
iii. modes of transfer
iv. welding variables and characteristics
v. shielding gas selection
vi. filler metals
vii. troubleshooting
viii. work and travel angles
ix. gun manipulation
x. joint design and fit‐up
2. Describe the procedures used to test welds.
3. Describe weld faults.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 80
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Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Peform groove welds in flat, horizontal, and vertical down positions
on mild steel plate using the GMAW process.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 81
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WD1840 GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) 2
– Fillet Weld All Positions, Mild Steel
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ fillet weld on mild steel in all positions using the GTAW process.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1640
Objectives and Content:
1. Describe the purpose, applications and advantages of GTAW.
2. Describe the process used to fillet weld in all positions.
i. preparation
current requirements
ii. electrode selection
type
size and preparation
iii. cup sizes
iv. gas lens (diffusers)
v. shielding gas
vi. filler metal
vii. manipulation
filler metal
torch
3. Describe the procedures used to test welds.
4. Describe weld faults.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 82
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Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Perform fillet welds on mild steel in all positions using the GTAW process.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 83
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WD1870 Build Up of Metal Parts
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ build up metal parts of various shapes.
‐ apply hard surfacing treatments to protect against wear and impact.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1610
Objectives and Content:
1. Identify applications and purpose for building up metal parts.
i. shafts
ii. buckets
2. Describe the procedures used to build up metal parts.
i. determine type of metal wear
ii. determine effects of heating and cooling
iii. select process
SMAW
GMAW
FCAW
SAW
iv. select filler metals
v. welding procedures
sequence
3. Describe the principles of hard surfacing and describe their applications and
procedures for use.
i. processes used
FCAW
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SMAW
OFW (Oxy Fuel Welding)
GMAW
SAW
ii. types of wear
abrasion
impact
corrosion
iii. surfacing materials
iv. welding procedures
set‐up equipment and prepare project
select surfacing material
apply surfacing
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Build up a shaft ready for reconditioning.
2. Build up a part with a piece missing to its original shape.
3. Build up a component with an abrasion and resistant hard surfacing.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 85
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador Welder_22‐160_POT_2009‐09
WD1881 Fusion, Brazing and Braze Welding (Oxy‐ Fuel)
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ silver brazing (copper pipe in all positions.
‐ fusion weld steel in the flat and horizontal positions.
‐ braze weld.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1601
Objectives and Content:
1. Describe the purpose, applications and advantages of fusion, brazing and braze
welding.
2. Describe the procedures necessary to fusion weld in flat and horizontal positions.
3. Describe the procedures used to braze (silver solder).
i. copper pipe
ii. cold roll (mild steel)
iii. stainless steel
iv. ferrous to non‐ferrous metal
4. Describe the procedures necessary to braze with sil‐fos and easyflow.
5. Describe the procedures used to braze weld.
i. steel
ii. cast iron
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 86
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Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Fusion welding.
i. closed corner
ii. open corner
iii. horizontal lap joint
iv. square butt joint
2. Bronze welding.
i. tinning
ii. horizontal lap joint
iii. square butt joint
3. Silver brazing.
i. copper/steel tee joint
ii. copper tee and tubing
iii. braze copper to copper (silfos).
iv. braze stainless steel to stainless steel (easy flow).
4. Braze weld cast iron and mild steel.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 87
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador Welder_22‐160_POT_2009‐09
WD1891 FCAW (Flux‐Cored Arc Welding) 2 – Fillet and Groove Weld
Plate 1G, 2G, 1GF, and 2GF
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this unit, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ deposit a weld in 1G, 2G, 1GF, and 2GF positions using flux cored wire.
‐ identify various gases and gas mixtures.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1740
Objectives and Content:
1. Describe the procedures and techniques used to deposit a weld bead.
i. stringer
ii. weave
iii. stick‐out
iv. travel speed
v. work and travel angles
vi. visual inspection
2. Describe the procedures used to weld plate in 1G, 2G, 1GF, and 2GF positions using
flux cored wire.
i. quality of welds
ii. faults
iii. travel angles
iv. manipulation
3. Describe the various gases and gas mixtures and describe their applications.
4. Describe weld faults and their causes.
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5. Describe the procedures used to test welds.
i. destructive
ii. non‐destructive (visual inspection)
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Deposit fillet welds in 1G, 2G, 1GF, and 2GF positions.
2. Deposit groove welds in 1G, 2G, 1GF, and 2GF positions.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 89
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador Welder_22‐160_POT_2009‐09
WD1900 Air Carbon Arc Cutting and Gouging
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ remove a weld from a joint using the air carbon arc (CAC‐A) process.
‐ prepare joints using the air carbon arc (CAC‐A) process.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1601
Objectives and Content:
1. Describe the purposes and applications of air carbon arc cutting and gouging.
2. Describe the procedures used to remove a weld from a joint using the CAC‐A (Air
Carbon Arc) process.
i. types of carbon electrodes
ii. air pressure
iii. electrode angles
iv. polarity
v. constant current power source
3. Describe groove preparation using the CAC‐A process.
i. U‐joint
ii. J‐joint
iii. single‐vee
iv. single‐bevel joints
4. Describe the procedures used to back gouge a welded joint.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 90
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador Welder_22‐160_POT_2009‐09
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Setup equipment for gouging, select the correct air pressure, carbon electrode and
polarity.
2. Back gouge to sound metal a single vee groove butt joint.
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WD1910 Layout and Template Development Fundamentals
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ develop templates for structural fabrications.
‐ develop wrap around templates for use in welded fabrication of joints in pipe
and tubing.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1661
Objectives and Content:
1. Describe the purpose and applications of templates.
2. Define terminology associated with layout and template development.
3. Describe methods used to establish line of cut using template.
4. Describe layout tools and procedures.
5. Describe procedures used in shape development with appropriate bending and
joining allowances.
6. Describe template development using triangular, radial lines, and parallel lines.
7. Describe layout operations used to develop templates for structural fabrications for:
i. compound beams
ii. plate girders
iii. tubular hollow sections
iv. box section members
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v. beam selections
vi. stairs and handrails
8. Describe layout operations as required to develop wrap around templates for use in
welded fabrication of joints in pipe and tubing for:
i. a single cut elbow
ii. a 900 double cut elbow
iii. a tee
iv. a 300 lateral
v. a true “Y”
vi. a concentric reducer
vii. an eccentric reducer
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Develop shapes with appropriate bending and joining allowances.
2. Develop templates using triangular, radial lines and parallel line development.
3. Complete layout operations to develop templates for structural fabrication.
4. Complete layout operations required to develop wrap around templates, for use in
welded fabrication of joints in pipe and tubing.
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AP1100 Introduction to Apprenticeship
Description:
This course is designed to give participants the knowledge base and skills necessary to
understand and successfully navigate the apprenticeship/red seal program.
Pre‐Requisites: None
Course Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ Identify the requirements for registering in an Apprenticeship Program.
‐ Describe the registration process.
‐ Explain the steps to complete the Apprenticeship Program.
‐ Articulate the roles of the Apprentice, Journeyperson, Training Institutions,
Industry and Governing Bodies in the Apprentice Program.
‐ Explain the significance of the Red Seal Program.
Objective and Content:
1. Define Apprenticeship.
i. define Apprenticeship and Red Seal Certification
ii. discuss the definition of Apprenticeship and Red Seal Certification
iii. distinguish between Red Seal and Provincial Certification
2. Explore how Apprenticeship is governed and administered
i. explain who is responsible for administrating apprenticeship
Department of Education
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board
3. Explore the roles and responsibilities of those involved in the apprenticeship
process.
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i. Apprentice
ii. Employer/Journeyperson
iii. Industrial Training Division
explain when and where to take the in‐class portion of advance
training
discuss Class Calls
iv. Training Institutions
Various Delivery Methods
v. Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board
4. List and explain the steps in the apprenticeship process.
i. explain the Registration Process
ii. describe apprenticeship as an agreement between employee, employer
and Provincial Government
iii. review a Memorandum of Understanding
iv. legal document
v. review an Application of Apprenticeship
original High School Certificate or equivalent
original transcript from the applicants Training Institution
vi. describe the roles of Institutional and Industrial Education Division of the
Department of Education in Apprenticeship
vii. explain the role of the Program Development Officer
define probation period
discusses what constitutes a cancellation of apprenticeship
explain the consequences of an Apprenticeship cancellation
discuss the purpose of the Record of Occupational Progress (Log
Book)
explore how to maintain your log book
discuss who is responsible for tracking and signing‐off on
trade skills
explain how and where to record hours worked
identify the importance of updating your file with your
Program Development Officer
viii. differentiate between Provincial and Interprovincial exams
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5. Describe the training and education requirements.
i. discuss the factors affecting on‐the‐job and in class portions of your
training
ii. define in school and on the job training
review a Plan of Training
identify the percentage of on‐the‐job and in class training time
current labour market implications on completing an
apprenticeship program
6. Explain Plans of Training.
i. identify what is included in the Plan of Training
entrance requirements
duration of in‐school and on‐the‐job training
course content
entry level or advanced level
ii. explain how a Journeyperson Certificate is achieved
discuss Certificate of Qualification
discuss Certificate of Apprenticeship
discuss Red Seal endorsement
7. Discuss the Red Seal Program.
i. define designated trade
ii. explore the National Occupational Analysis for your trade
iii. explain Interprovincial Standards Red Seal Program and how it works
labor mobility
qualification recognition
iv. discuss the range of careers possible in your chosen trade
8. Explain apprenticeship progression schedule and wage rates.
i. review a Record of Occupational Progress (Log Book)
ii. hours per program
iii. requirements for progression
iv. wage rates per year of apprenticeship
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9. Identify the examinations and evaluation process used in Apprenticeship.
i. discuss occupational tests and examinations as directed by the Provincial
Apprenticeship and Certification Board
Theory
Practical
ii. explain formal assessment and the pass mark of 70%
10. Examine some of the financial incentives available to apprentices.
i. employment insurance (E.I.) Benefits
ii. government sponsored student loans
iii. apprenticeship incentive Federal and Provincial
scholarships
11. Continuing Training outside the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
i. training in other provinces and territories
procedure for registration and recognition of hours and skills in
other provinces
ii. options for Dual Certification
transfer of credits
12. Review and define the following terms:
i. Apprenticeship Program Accreditation
ii. Cancellation of Apprenticeship
iii. Certificate of Apprenticeship
iv. Certificate of Qualification
v. Certification Renewal
vi. Criteria for Eligibility
vii. Journeyperson
viii. Practical Examination
ix. Prior Learning
x. Record of Occupational Progress (Logbook)
xi. Red Seal Certification
xii. Registered Apprentice
xiii. Theoretical Examination
xiv. National Occupational Analysis (NOA)
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xv. Class Call
xvi. Dual certification
Practical:
1. Review the Provincial Apprenticeship web site: www.gov.nl.ca/app
i. identify the requirements for registering as an apprentice
and the registration process
ii. explain the steps to complete an apprenticeship program
iii. identify who is responsible for tracking and signing‐off on trade skills
iv. identify the nearest Industrial Training Office to your community
v. identify the current incentives available to apprentices
2. Review a plan of training on the Provincial Apprenticeship web site.
i. identify the hours for your trade (in‐school and on‐the‐job)
ii. explain the roles and responsibilities of the following stakeholders in
the apprenticeship process: employer, apprentice, training institution and
the Industrial Training Division
3. Visit the Red Seal Web site http://www.red‐seal.ca, review the National
Occupational Analyses for your trade.
i. review the scope of work for your occupation and identify the industry
sectors and job types requiring your trade
ii. identify the trends of your trade
iii. provide a list of Personal Protective Equipment required for your trade
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MA1060 Basic Math
Description:
This course in Basic Math requires knowledge of general mathematical concepts and
processes to enable trades persons to function in the institutional setting by developing
numeracy skills required for technical courses. This math course should also provide a
foundation for experiential learning through knowledge of math relating to on‐the‐job
skills and practices. A detailed course outline is available from Institutional and
Industrial Education, Standards and Curriculum Division to training institutions upon
request.
Course Outcomes:
‐ To develop numeracy skills and knowledge required for institutional and on‐the‐
job learning.
‐ To develop the capability to apply mathematical concepts in the performance of
trade practices.
‐ To develop an appreciation for mathematics as a critical element of the learning
environment.
‐ To use mathematical principles accurately for the purposes of problem solving,
job and materials estimation, measurement, calculation, system conversion,
diagram interpretation and scale conversions, formulae calculations, and
geometric applications.
Pre‐Requisites: None
Course Objectives (Knowledge):
1. Define and calculate using whole number operations.
2. Define and demonstrate use of correct orders of operations.
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3. Demonstrate examples of operations with fractions and mixed numbers.
4. Demonstrate examples of operations with decimals.
5. Demonstrate examples of operations with percentages.
6. Employ percent/decimal/fraction conversion and comparison.
7. Define and calculate with ratios and proportions.
8. Use the Imperial Measurement system in relevant trade applications.
9. Use the Metric Measurement system in relevant trade applications.
10. Perform Imperial/Metric conversions.
11. Define and demonstrate the formulation of variables.
12. Demonstrate and define the various properties of angles and make relevant
calculations.
Major Tasks/Sub‐tasks (Skills):
Note: To emphasize or further develop specific knowledge objectives, students may
be asked to complete practical demonstrations which confirm proper application of
mathematical theory to job skills.
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CM2150 Workplace Communications
Description:
This course is designed to introduce students to the principles of effective
communication including letters, memos, short report writing, oral presentations and
interpersonal communications.
Course Outcomes:
Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:
– Understand and apply communication skills as outlined in the Employability
Skills 2000, Conference Board of Canada.
– Understand the importance of well‐developed writing skills in business and in
career development.
– Understand the purpose of the various types of business correspondence.
– Examine the principles of effective business writing.
– Examine the standard formats for letters and memos.
– Write effective letters and memos.
– Examine the fundamentals of informal reports and the report writing procedure.
– Produce and orally present an informal report.
– Examine effective listening skills and body language in communication.
Pre‐Requisites: None
Objectives and Content:
1. Apply rules and principles for writing clear, concise, complete sentences which
adhere to the conventions of grammar, punctuation, and mechanics.
2. Explain the rules of subject‐verb agreement.
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3. Define and describe the major characteristics of an effective paragraph.
4. Examine the value of Business Writing Skills.
i. describe the importance of effective writing skills in business
ii. describe the value of well‐developed writing skills to career success as
referenced in the Employability Skills
5. Examine principles of Effective Business Writing.
i. discuss the rationale and techniques for fostering goodwill in business
communication, regardless of the circumstances
ii. review the importance of revising and proofreading
iii. differentiate between letter and memo applications in the workplace &
review samples
iv. identify the parts of a business letter and memo
v. review the standard formats for business letters and memos
vi. examine samples of well‐written and poorly written letters and memos
vii. examine guidelines for writing sample letters and memos which convey:
acknowledgment, routine request, routine response, complaint, refusal
persuasive request and letters of appeal
6. Examine the fundamentals of Informal Business Reports.
i. identify the purpose of the informal report
ii. identify the parts and formats of an informal report
iii. identify methods of information gathering
iv. describe the methods of referencing documents
v. review the importance of proof reading and editing
7. Examine types of presentations.
i. review & discuss components of an effective presentation
ii. review & discuss delivery techniques
iii. review & discuss preparation & use of audio/visual aids
iv. discuss & participate in confidence building exercises used to prepare for
giving presentations
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8. Interpersonal Communications.
i. Examine and apply listening techniques
ii. Discuss the importance of body language
Practical:
1. Write well‐developed, coherent, unified paragraphs which illustrate the following:
a variety of sentence arrangements; conciseness and clarity; and adherence to
correct and appropriate sentence structure, grammar, punctuation, and mechanics.
2. Write sample letters and memos which convey: acknowledgment, routine request,
routine response, complaint, refusal, persuasive request and letters of appeal.
3. Gather pertinent information, organize information into an appropriate outline &
write an informal report with documented resources. i. edit, proofread, and revise the draft to create an effective informal report
and present orally using visual aids
ii. participate in confidence building exercises
4. Present an effective presentation.
5. Evaluate presentations.
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MR1220 Customer Service
Description:
This course focuses on the role of providing quality customer service. It is important to
have a positive attitude and the necessary skills to effectively listen and interpret
customer concerns about a product, resolve customer problems, and determine
customer wants and needs. Students will be able to use the skills and knowledge
gained in this course to effectively provide a consistently high level of service to the
customer.
Course Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
‐ Define customer service.
‐ Explain why service is important.
‐ Describe the relationship between “service” and “sales.”
‐ Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of a positive attitude.
‐ Demonstrate methods of resolving customer complaints.
Pre‐Requisites: None
Objectives and Content:
1. Define quality service.
i. identify and discuss elements of customer service.
ii. explain the difference between service vs. sales or selling
iii. explain why quality service is important
iv. identify the various types of customers & challenges they may present
v. describe customer loyalty
vi. examine barriers to quality customer service
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2. Explain how to determine customer wants and needs.
i. identify customer needs
ii. explain the difference between customer wants and needs
iii. identify ways to ensure repeat business
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of having a positive attitude.
i. identify & discuss the characteristics of a positive attitude
ii. explain why it is important to have a positive attitude
iii. explain how a positive attitude can improve a customer’s satisfaction
iv. define perception and explain how perception can alter us and customers
v. describe methods of dealing with perception
4. Communicating effectively with customers.
i. describe the main elements in the communication process
ii. identify some barriers to effective communication
iii. explain why body language is important
iv. define active listening and state why it is important
v. identify and discuss the steps of the listening process
vi. identify and discuss questioning techniques
5. Demonstrate using the telephone effectively.
i. explain why telephone skills are important
ii. describe the qualities of a professional telephone interaction
6. Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of asserting oneself.
i. define assertiveness
ii. discuss assertive techniques
iii. explain the use of assertiveness when dealing with multiple customers
7. Demonstrate techniques for interacting with challenging customers in addressing
complaints & resolving conflict.
i. examine & discuss ways to control feelings
ii. examine & discuss ways to interact with an upset customer
iii. examine & discuss ways to resolve conflict/customer criticism
iv. examine & discuss ways to prevent unnecessary conflict with customers
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Practical:
1. Participate in activities to demonstrate knowledge of the course objectives.
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SP2330 Quality Assurance/Quality Control
Description:
This course is designed to give students an understanding of the concepts and
requirements of QA/QC such as, interpreting standards, controlling the acceptance of
raw materials, controlling quality variables and documenting the process. It includes
information on quality concepts, codes and standards, documentation,
communications, human resources, company structure and policy, teamwork and
responsibilities.
Course Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
‐ Develop the skills and knowledge required to apply quality assurance/quality
control procedures as related to the trade.
‐ Develop an awareness of quality principles and processes.
‐ Apply quality assurance/quality control procedures in a shop project.
Pre‐Requisites: None
Objectives & Content:
1. Describe the reasons for quality assurance and quality plans.
2. Explain the relationship between quality assurance and quality control.
3. Describe quality control procedures as applied to the production and checking of
specifications and processes in applicable occupations.
4. Describe quality control procedures as applied to the acceptance and checking of
raw materials.
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5. Explain the role of communications in a quality environment.
6. Explain why it is important for all employees to understand the structure of the
company and its production processes.Explain how human resource effectiveness is
maximized in a quality managed organization.
7. Explain the role of company policy in quality management.
8. Explain the purpose of codes and standards in various occupations.
9. Explain the concepts of quality.
i. cost of quality
ii. measurement of quality
iii. elements of quality
iv. elements of the quality audit
v. quality standards
vi. role expectations and responsibilities
10. Explain the structure of quality assurance and quality control. i. describe organizational charts
ii. identify the elements of quality assurance system such as ISO, CSA,
iii. WHMIS, Sanitation Safety Code (SSC)
iv. explain the purpose of the quality assurance manual
v. describe quality assurance procedures
11. Examine quality assurance/quality control documentation.
i. describe methods of recording reports in industry
ii. describe procedures of traceability (manual and computer‐based
recording)
iii. identify needs for quality control procedures
Practical:
1. Apply quality control to a project.
i. follow QA/QC procedures for drawings, plans and specifications in
applicable occupations
ii. calibrate measuring instruments and devices in applicable occupations
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iii. interpret required standards
iv. follow QA/QC procedures for accepting raw materials
v. carry out the project
vi. control the quality elements (variables)
vii. complete QA/QC reports
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MC1050 Introduction to Computers
Description:
This course is designed to give the student an introduction to computer systems.
Particular emphasis is given to word processing, spreadsheet, e‐mail and the Internet
and security issues.
Course Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, students will have a basic understanding of:
– Computer systems and their operation.
– Popular software packages, their applications.
– Security issues of computers.
Pre‐Requisites: None
Objectives & Content:
1. Identify the major components of microcomputer system hardware and software
system.
2. Describe the functions of the microprocessor.
i. describe and give examples of I/O devices
ii. describe primary storage (RAM, ROM, Cache)
iii. define bit, byte, code and the prefixes k.m. and g
iv. describe secondary storage (diskettes and hard disks, CD ROMS, Zip
drives, etc)
v. describe how to care for a computer and its accessories
3. Describe microcomputer software. i. define software
ii. describe types of operational and application software
iii. define file and give the rules for filenames and file extensions
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4. Describe windows software. i. start and quit a program
ii. demonstrate how to use the help function
iii. locate a specific file using the find function
iv. identify system settings: wall paper, screen saver, screen resolution,
background
v. start a program by using the Run Command
vi. shutting down your computer
5. Identify File Management commands.
i. create folders
ii. maximize and minimize a window
iii. describe windows task bar
6. Describe Keyboards.
i. identify and locate alphabetic and numeric keys
ii. identify and locate function key & special keys
7. Describe Word Processing.
i. describe Windows components
ii. menu bar
iii. menu indicators
iv. document window
v. the Status bar
vi. the Help feature
vii. insertion point movements
8. Describe the procedure used to development of a document. i. enter text
ii. change the display
9. Describe the procedure for opening, saving and exiting documents. i. saving a document
ii. closing a document.
iii. starting a new document Window
iv. opening a document
v. exiting word processor
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10. Describe the procedure for editing a Document. i. adding new text
ii. deleting text
iii. using basic format enhancement (split and join paragraphs, insert text)
11. Describe the main Select Features. i. identify a selection
ii. moving a selection
iii. copying a selection
iv. deleting a selection
v. saving a selection
12. Explain how to change Layout Format. i. changing layout format: (margins, spacing, alignment, paragraph indent,
tabs, line spacing, page numbering)
13. Explain how to change Text Attributes. i. changing text attributes: (bold, underline, font, etc.)
14. Describe the Auxiliary Tools. i. using Spell Check & Thesaurus
15. Describe Print features.
i. selecting the Print Feature: (i.e; number of copies and current
document)
ii. identifying various options in print screen dialogue box
16. Examine & Discuss Electronic Spreadsheet. i. spreadsheet basics
ii. the worksheet window 17. Describe Menus.
i. menu bar
ii. control menu
iii. shortcut menu
iv. save, retrieve form menus
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18. Describe the components of a worksheet. i. entering constant values and formulas
ii. using the Recalculation feature
19. Describe Use ranges. . i. typing a range for a function
ii. pointing to a range for a function
iii. selecting a range for toolbar and menu commands
20. Describe how to print a worksheet. i. printing to the Screen
ii. printing to the Printer
iii. printing a selected Range 21. Describe how to edit a worksheet.
i. replacing cell contents
ii. inserting & deleting rows and columns
iii. changing cell formats
iv. changing cell alignments
v. changing column width
vi. copying and moving cells
22. State major security issues in using computers.
i. passwords
ii. accessing accounts
iii. viruses and how they can be avoided
iv. identity theft and ways to protect personal information
v. demonstrate how to view directory structure and folder content
vi. organize files and folders
vii. copy, delete, and move files and folders
23. Describe how to use Electronic Mail. i. e‐mail etiquette
ii. e‐mail accounts
iii. e‐mail messages
iv. e‐mail message with attachments
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v. e‐mail attachments
vi. print e‐mail messages
vii. deleting e‐mail messages
24. Explain the Internet and its uses. i. the World Wide Web(www)
ii. accessing Web sites
iii. internet Web Browsers
iv. internet Search Engines
v. searching Techniques
vi. posting documents on‐line
Practical:
1. Create a document using Word Processing.
2. Complete word processing exercises to demonstrate proficiency in word
processing.
3. Prepare and send e‐mails with attachments.
4. Retrieve documents and e‐mail attachments and print copies.
5. Develop & print a spread sheet.
6. Post a document on‐line.
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SD1700 Workplace Skills
Description:
This course involves participating in meetings, information on formal meetings, unions,
workers’ compensation, employment insurance regulations, workers’ rights and human
rights.
Course Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
– Participate in meetings.
– Define and discuss basic concepts of:
unions
workers’ compensation
employment insurance
workers’ rights
human rights
workplace diversity
gender sensitivity
Pre‐Requisites: None
Objectives & Content:
1. Meetings.
i. identify & discuss meeting format and preparation required for a meeting
ii. explain the purpose of an agenda
iii. explain the roles and responsibilities of meeting participants
iv. explain the purpose of motions and amendments and withdrawals
v. explain the procedure to delay discussion of motions
vi. explain the voting process
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2. Unions. i. state why unions exist
ii. give a concise description of the history of Canadian labour
iii. explain how unions function
iv. explain labour’s structure
v. describe labour’s social objectives
vi. describe the relationship between Canadian labour and the workers
vii. describe the involvement of women in unions
3. Worker’s Compensation. i. describe the aims, objectives, benefits and regulations of the Workplace
Health, Safety and Compensation Commission
ii. explain the internal review process
4. Employment Insurance. i. explain employment insurance regulations
ii. describe how to apply for employment insurance
iii. explain the appeal processidentify the components of a letter of appeal
5. Worker’s Rights.
i. define labour standards
ii. explain the purpose of the Labour Standards Act
iii. identify regulations pertaining to:
hours of work
minimum wages
employment of childrenvacation pay
iv. explain the purpose of the Occupational Health & Safety Act as it refers to
workers’ rights
6. Human Rights. i. describe what information cannot be included on an employment
application
ii. describe what information cannot be included in an interview
iii. examine the Human Rights Code and explain the role of the Human
Rights Commission
iv. define harassment in various forms and identify strategies for prevention
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7. Workplace Diversity.
i. define and explore basic concepts and terms related to workplace
inclusively including age, race, culture, religion, socio‐economic, sexual
orientation with an emphasis on gender issues and gender stereotyping
8. Gender Sensitivity.
i. explore gender and stereotyping issues in the workplace by identifying
strategies for eliminating gender bias
Practical:
1. Prepare an agenda.
2. Participate in a meeting.
3. Analyze a documented case of a human rights complaint with special emphasis on
the application, time frame, documentation needed, and legal advice available.
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SD1710 Job Search Techniques
Description:
This course is designed to give students an introduction to the critical elements of
effective job search techniques.
Course Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
– Demonstrate effective use of job search techniques.
Pre‐Requisites: None
Objectives & Content:
1. Identify and examine employment trends and opportunities.
2. Identify sources that can lead to employment.
3. Access and review information on the Newfoundland and Labrador
Apprenticeship and Certification Web site and the Apprenticeship Employment
Gateway.
4. Analyze job ads and discuss the importance of fitting qualifications to job
requirements.
5. Identify and discuss employability skills as outlined by the Conference Board of
Canada.
6. Discuss the necessity of fully completing application forms.
7. Establish the aim/purpose of a resume.
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8. Explore characteristics of effective resumes, types of resumes, and principles of
resume format.
9. Explore characteristics of an effective cover letter.
10. Identify commonly asked questions in an interview.
11. Explore other employment related correspondence.
12. Explore the job market to identify employability skills expected by an employer.
13. Conduct a self‐analysis and compare with general employer expectations.
14. Discuss the value of establishing and maintaining a portfolio.
Practical:
1. Complete sample application forms.
2. Write a resume.
3. Write an effective cover letter.
4. Establish a portfolio.
5. Write out answers to commonly asked questions asked during interviews.
6. Identify three potential employers from the Apprenticeship Employment gateway,
Apprenticeship and Certification website.
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SD1720 Entrepreneurial Awareness
Description:
This course is designed to introduce the student to the field of entrepreneurship,
including the characteristics of the entrepreneur, the pros and cons of self‐employment,
and some of the steps involved in starting your own business.
Course Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
– Identify the various types of business ownership, the advantages and
disadvantages of self‐employment and identify the characteristics of an
entrepreneur.
– State the purpose and identify the main elements of a business plan.
Pre‐Requisites: None
Objectives and Content:
1. Explore Self‐Employment: An alternative to employment.
i. identify the advantages and disadvantages of a self‐employment vs.
regular employment
ii. differentiate between an entrepreneur and a small business owner
iii. evaluate present ideas about business people
2. Identify and discuss various types of business ownership.
i. explore the characteristics of entrepreneurs
ii. identify characteristics common to entrepreneurs
iii. compare one’s own personal characteristics with those of entrepreneurs
iv. examine one’s present ideas about business people
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3. Identify business opportunities.
i. distinguish between an opportunity and an idea
ii. examine existing traditional and innovative business ventures
iii. identify and summarize the role of various agencies that support business
development
4. Review the Entrepreneurial Process.
i. explain the entrepreneurial process
ii. describe the purpose of a business plan
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Block 2
WD1850 GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) 3 – Groove Weld All
Positions, Mild Steel
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ groove weld on mild steel in all positions using the GTAW process.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1640
Objectives and Content:
1. Describe the process used to groove weld in all positions.
i. preparation
current requirements
material
ii. electrode selection
type
size and preparation
iii. cup sizes
iv. gas lens (diffusers)
v. shielding gas
vi. filler metal
vii. manipulation
filler metal
torch
2. Describe the procedures used to test welds.
3. Describe weld faults.
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Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
Perform groove welds on mild steel in all positions using the GTAW process.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 123
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WD1860 GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) 4 – Fillet And Groove
Weld, Medium And High Carbon Steel
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will have knowledge of:
‐ fillet and groove welding on medium and high‐carbon steel in all positions
using the GTAW process.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1681
Objectives and Content:
1. Describe the set‐up and preparation used to weld medium and high‐carbon steels.
i. characteristics of material
ii. weldability
2. Describe the procedures used to weld medium and high‐carbon steels.
3. Describe the procedures used to test weld.
4. Describe weld faults.
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Theory only.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 124
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WD2410 Stud Welding and Resistance Spot Welding
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this unit, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ demonstrate knowledge of stud welding and resistance spot welding.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1610
Objectives and Content:
1. Define terminology associated with the stud weld and resistance spot weld process.
2. Describe the stud weld process.
i. general precautions
ii. principles of operation
equipment
weld quality
variables
stud size
current
time
3. Describe the procedures used to stud weld.
4. Describe the resistance spot weld process.
i. general precautions
ii. principles of operation
equipment
weld quality
types of joints
variables
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current
time
material (type and thickness)
5. Describe the procedures used to perform resistance spot weld.
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Theory only.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 126
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WD2421 Blueprint Reading 3 (Advanced/CAD)
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this unit, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ interpret dual dimensions.
‐ interpret international symbols.
‐ interpret test and inspection symbols.
‐ describe computer‐aided drafting (CAD).
Pre‐Requisites: WD1670
Objectives and Content:
1. Describe dual dimensions and their use in the trade.
i. variation
ii. flexibility
iii. accuracy
iv. disadvantages
2. Identify and interpret international symbols.
3. Identify and interpret test and inspection symbols.
i. visual inspection
ii. ultrasonic
iii. X‐rays
iv. dye penetrates
v. dimensioning
vi. eddy current
vii. magnetic particle
viii. acoustic emissions
ix. leak test
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4. Describe computer‐aided drafting (CAD) and its use in the trade.
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Interpret dual dimensioning.
2. Locate and interpret test and inspection symbols.
3. Locate and interpret international symbols.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 128
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WD2431 Material Handling, Rigging and Scaffolding
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this unit, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ demonstrate knowledge of rigging, hoisting, lifting equipment, scaffolding,
accessories and practices.
Pre‐Requisites: TS1510
Objectives and Content:
1. Identify Provincial regulations applicable to material handling, rigging and
scaffolding.
2. Describe the procedures for manual lifting.
3. Describe responsibilities and liabilities in the use of equipment for rigging, lifting
and hoisting.
4. Describe the variables to consider when hoisting.
i. weight of objects
ii. object of configuration
iii. materials
iv. materials for blocking
5. Describe the methods of hoisting, their applications and procedures for use.
6. Describe the various types of wire ropes, chains, cables, cable clamps and their
accessories.
i. characteristics
ii. applications
iii. precautions
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iv. procedures for use
v. inspection
7. Identify and describe the various types of lifting clamps.
i. characteristics
ii. applications
iii. precautions
iv. inspection
v. procedures for use
8. Identify types of come alongs, rope and chain falls, and describe their applications
and procedures for use.
9. Identify types of jacks and describe their applications and procedures for use.
i. hydraulic
ii. screw
iii. ratchet
10. Describe stacking and blocking.
i. structural shapes
ii. plate and sheet
iii. weldments and components
11. Describe the methods of securing chains to provide for manipulation of structural
shapes
12. Identify types of slings and describe their applications and procedures for use.
i. wire rope slings
ii. nylon slings
13. Describe use of hooks and shackles.
14. Describe rope and its use.
i. sizes
ii. care and inspection
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iii. knots
bowline
square or reef
round turn and two half hitches
scaffold hitch
whipped ends and eyes
15. Describe use of chokers, slings and tag lines.
16. Describe spooling of line on drums.
i. over wind
ii. under wind
iii. left and right hand lay lines
17. Describe practices for use of tackle.
i. safety factors
ii. reeving practices
18. Identify mechanical types of hoisting methods and describe their applications.
overhead crane
i. jib crane
ii. boom crane
iii. mobile crane
iv. fork lifts
19. Describe standard hand signals.
20. Identify the different types of scaffolds, and describe their applications and
procedures for use.
i. tube and clamp
ii. manufactured platforms and scaffolding
iii. rolling scaffolding
iv. suspended scaffolding
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21. Describe safety requirements for erecting and working on scaffolding.
i. kick plates
ii. braces
iii. ties
iv. planking
v. permits
vi. tagging
vii. fall arrest
viii. railings
22. Describe special problems of rolling and suspended scaffolding and guidelines for
their use.
23. Identify types of ladders and describe their applications and use.
24. Identify powerline hazards when using lifting equipment.
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Make up spreader bar.
2. Tie knots using fiber rope.
i. reef knot
ii. bowline knot
iii. round turn and hitch
iv. scaffold hitch
v. demonstrate hand signals
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 132
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WD2500 SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) 6 – Alloy Steels
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ describe the process to weld alloy steels using the SMAW process.
‐ describe the process to weld stainless steels using the SMAW process.
‐ describe the process to weld nickel alloy steels using the SMAW process.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1681
Objectives and Content:
1. Describe the SMAW process for welding alloy steels.
i. identification of materials
alloying elements
ii. weldability
techniques
problems
probable causes
iii. welding procedures
2. Describe the SMAW process for welding stainless steels.
i. identification of materials
ii. thermal conductivity
iii. expansion
iv. weldability
techniques
problems
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probable causes
v. welding procedures
3. Describe the SMAW process for welding nickel alloy steel.
i. identification of materials
nickel content
alloys
ii. weldability
techniques
problems
probable causes
iii. welding procedures
4. Describe the procedures used to test welds.
5. Describe weld faults when using alloys.
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Theory only.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
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WD2511 GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) 4
– Fillet and Groove Weld, Medium and High Carbon Steel
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will have a knowledge of:
‐ describe the process to fillet and groove weld in all positions using the GMAW
process.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1630; WD1820; WD1831
Objectives and Content:
1. Describe medium and high‐carbon steels and their use in the GMAW process.
i. weldability
ii. characteristics
2. Describe the GMAW process used to weld medium and high‐carbon steels in all
positions.
3. Describe the procedures used to test welds.
4. Describe weld faults.
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Theory only
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 135
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WD2520 GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) 5 –Pipe And Tubing, All
Positions Ferrous Metals
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ weld pipe and tubing in all positions using the GMAW process.
Pre‐Requisites: WD2511
Objectives and Content:
1. Describe the GMAW process for welding ferrous pipe and tubing in all positions.
i. joint preparation
ii. root face and gap
iii. backing rings
iv. welding pre‐fabricated fittings
v. tack welds
vi. common defects
vii. work and travel angles
viii. gun manipulation
ix. welding variables
2. Describe the procedures to weld pipes mounted on a rotating positioner.
i. rotating positioners
types
speed
uses
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Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
Perform groove welds on mild steel pipe and tubing in all positions using the
GMAW process.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 137
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WD2280 FCAW (Flux‐Cored Arc Welding) 3 ‐ Fillet and Groove
Weld Plate 3G, 4G, 3GF, 4GF
Pre‐requisite: WD1891
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this unit, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ deposit a weld in 3G, 4G, 3GF, and 4GF positions using flux cored wire.
‐ identify various gases and gas mixtures.
Objectives and Content:
1. Describe the procedures and techniques used to deposit a weld bead.
i. stringer
ii. weave
iii. stick‐out
iv. travel speed
v. work and travel angles
vi. visual inspection
2. Describe the procedures used to weld plate in 3G, 4G, 3GF, and 4GF positions using
flux cored wire.
i. quality of welds
ii. faults
iii. travel angles
iv. manipulation
3. Describe the various gases and gas mixtures and describe their applications.
4. Describe weld faults and their causes.
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5. Describe the procedures used to test welds.
i. destructive
ii. non‐destructive (visual inspection)
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Deposit fillet welds in 3G, 4G, 3GF, and 4GF positions.
2. Deposit groove welds in 3G, 4G, 3GF, and 4GF positions.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 139
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WD2570 Electric Arc Cutting (SMAW)
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ cut using the metal arc cutting process.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1610
Objectives and Content:
1. Describe the purpose and applications of Metal Arc Cutting.
2. Describe the metal arc cutting process.
i. general precautions
ii. equipment and accessories
electrodes for cutting
power source
iii. current requirements
iv. cutting procedures
technique
electrode angles
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Cut metal with chamfertrode and cuttrode electrode, using the SMAW process.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 140
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WD2141 SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) 5 ‐ Groove Welds
3G, 4G, 5G, 6G
Pre‐requisite: WD1801
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ groove weld on mild steel using the SMAW process with F‐3 and F‐4
electrodes.
‐ perform weld tests.
Objectives and Content:
1. Identify and describe the weld position.
i. 3‐G
ii. 4‐G
iii. 5‐G
iv. 6‐G
2. Describe the procedures used to perform a groove weld in an open root butt joint
on mild steel in 3G, 4G, 5G, and 6G positions.
i. joint design
ii. inspection and testing
iii. electrode angles
iv. electrode manipulation
v. amperage adjustment
vi. identify position and limitations
vii. identify material
viii. determine thickness of material
ix. select electrode
x. select current
xi. penetration
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3. Describe the procedures used to test welds.
i. codes and standards
4. Describe weld faults.
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Weld single vee groove butt joints on 3/8” mild steel plate in 3G, 4G, 5G and 6G
positions using F3 and F4 electrodes.
2. Perform weld tests.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 142
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Block 3
WD2530 GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) 6
– Aluminum and Stainless Steel
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ describe the process to weld aluminium sheet and plate in all positions using
the GMAW process.
‐ describe the process to weld stainless steels in all positions using the GMAW
process.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1630
Objectives and Content:
1. Describe the GMAW process used to weld aluminium sheet and plate in all
positions.
i. determine material characteristics
identification numbers
alloys
weldability
ii. select filler wire
iii. identify parameters
iv. identify variables
v. identify shielding gases
2. Describe the procedures used to fillet and groove weld aluminium sheet and plate.
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3. Describe the GMAW process used to weld stainless steel in all positions.
i. determine material characteristics
identification numbers
alloys
thermal conductivity
expansion
weldability
4. Describe the procedures used to fillet and groove weld stainless steel.
5. Describe the procedures used to test welds.
6. Describe weld faults.
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Deposit fillet welds on aluminium plate of various thicknesses.
2. Deposit groove welds on aluminium plate of various thicknesses.
3. Deposit fillet welds on stainless steel.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 144
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WD2560 SAW (Submerged Arc Welding) Weld Plate
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ describe the process to weld carbon steel plate of various thicknesses using the
submerged arc welding (SAW) process.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1610
Objectives and Content:
1. Describe the purpose and applications of the SAW process.
2. Identify the equipment used in the SAW process and describe its components and
applications.
i. semi‐automatic
ii. automatic
3. Describe the procedures used to set‐up and weld carbon steel plate of various
thicknesses using the SAW process.
i. deposition rates
ii. travel speeds
iii. penetration
iv. welding position
v. fluxes
vi. filler metals
vii. starting methods
viii. finishing methods
ix. faults encountered
x. troubleshooting
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Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Weld stringer beads flat position.
2. Weld butt joint, mild steel plate.
3. Weld tee joint in horizontal position.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 146
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WD2541 GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) 6 – Alloy and Non‐
Ferrous Metals
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ describe the process to weld alloy and non‐ferrous metals using the GTAW
process.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1640; WD1840
Objectives and Content:
1. Describe the GTAW process used to weld alloy steels.
i. identification of materials
alloying of elements
ii. weldability
techniques
problems
probable causes
iii. welding procedures
2. Describe the GTAW process used to weld stainless steel.
i. determine material characteristics
identification numbers
alloys
thermal conductivity
expansion
weldability
ii. welding procedures
3. Describe the process used to weld titanium.
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i. thermal conductivity
expansion
ii. identification
iii. weldability
iv. inert shielding gases
trailing gas
purging
v. welding procedures
4. Describe the GTAW process used to weld aluminium in all positions.
i. preparation
ii. characteristics of materials
identification numbers
alloys
weldability
iii. non‐consumable electrode selection
iv. current requirements
v. high frequency
vi. inert shielding gases
vii. welding procedures
5. Describe the process used to weld magnesium alloys.
i. preparation
ii. characteristics of materials
weldability
identification
iii. types of joints
joint preparation
iv. inert shielding gases
v. welding procedures
6. Describe the process used to weld copper alloys.
i. preparation
ii. types of copper
alloys
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iii. characteristics of materials
weldability
distortion
thermal conductivity
iv. inert shielding gases
v. types of joints
vi. filler metals
vii. welding procedures
7. Describe the process used to weld monel/inconel.
i. preparation
ii. characteristics of materials
weldability
identification
thermal conductivity
iii. inert shielding gases
iv. types of joints
v. filler materials
vi. welding procedures
8. Describe the procedures used to test welds.
9. Describe weld faults.
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Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Weld stainless steel using GTAW process.
2. Deposit fillet welds on aluminum plate using a GTAW process.
3. Deposit groove welds on aluminum plate using the GTAW process.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 150
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WD2551 FCAW (Flux‐Cored Arc Welding) 4– Pipe And Tubing All
Positions
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ weld pipe and tubing in all positions using the FCAW process.
‐ weld pipe and tubing using a rotating positioner.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1891
Objectives and Content:
1. Describe the procedures used to weld pipe and tubing in all positions.
i. types of electrode wire
ii. gun manipulation
gun angle
iii. joint design
pipe position
iv. travel angle
v. root opening
backing
root face
2. Identify types of rotating positioners and describe their applications and
procedures for use.
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
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1. Weld pipe in all positions.
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WD2440 Blueprint Reading 4 (Shop Drawings)
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this unit, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ identify structural components from shop drawings.
‐ draw templates for structural parts.
Pre‐Requisites: WD2421
Objectives and Content:
1. Identify and interpret abbreviations used on shop drawings.
2. Identify and interpret various structural components found on shop drawings.
i. column
ii. beam
iii. truss
iv. purlin
v. joists
3. Identify and interpret shop drawings.
i. beams
ii. columns
iii. stairs
iv. brace
4. Identify and interpret information used to cut beams to desired dimensions from
shop drawings.
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i. notch
ii. cut
iii. cope
5. Describe the procedures used to draw templates for structural parts.
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Interpret instructions and symbols found on working drawings.
2. Draw templates for structural parts.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
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WD2591 GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) 5 – Pipe And Tubing,
Mild Steel, All Positions
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ weld pipe and tubing in all positions using the GTAW process.
‐ demonstrate knowledge of orbital welding equipment.
Pre‐Requisites: WD2541
Objectives and Content:
1. Describe the process of welding pipe and tubing in all positions.
i. joint preparation
ii. root face and gap
iii. backing rings
iv. consumable insert
v. purging
dams
vi. gases
shielding
purging (special applications)
vii. welding and fabricated fittings
viii. tack weld
ix. work and travel angles
x. torch manipulation
xi. welding variables
1. Describe the procedures used to weld pipes and tubing in all positions.
2. Identify types of rotating positioners and describe their applications and
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
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procedures for use in welding.
3. Identify orbital welding equipment and describe its components and applications.
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Weld pipe and tubing in all positions using the GTAW process.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 156
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Block 4
WD2581 SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) 6 – Pipe All Positions
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ weld pipe and tubing in all positions using the SMAW process with F‐3 and F‐
4 class electrodes.
Pre‐Requisites: WD1801
Objectives and Content:
1. Describe the procedures used to weld pipe and tubing in all positions.
i. types of pipe and tubing
ii. root gap
iii. root face
iv. tacking
v. back‐up rings
vi. electrode angle
vii. angle of cut
operation of contour marker
wall thickness
1. Describe tack welding of pipe sections.
2. Describe the procedures used to prepare test coupons.
ii. cutting and grinding
3. Describe the procedures used to test welds.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
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4. Describe weld faults.
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Prepare and weld 6” sch 80 pipe in all positions with F3 and F4 electrodes.
2. Prepare and weld 6” sch 80 pipe in all positions using F4 electrodes.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
Provincial Apprenticeship and Certification Board 158
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WD2600 GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) 6 – Pipe Mild Steel
Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the apprentice will be able to:
‐ weld pipe in all positions using the GTAW process.
‐ demonstrate knowledge of orbital welding equipment.
Pre‐Requisites: WD2591
Objectives and Content:
1. Describe the process of welding pipe in all positions.
i. joint preparation
ii. root face and gap
iii. backing rings
iv. consumable insert
v. purging
dams
vi. gases
shielding
purging (special applications)
vii. welding and fabricated fittings
viii. tack weld
ix. work and travel angles
x. torch manipulation
xi. welding variables
2. Describe the procedures used to weld pipes in all positions.
Plan of Training ‐ Welder
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3. Identify types of rotating positioners and describe their applications and
procedures for use in welding.
4. Identify orbital welding equipment and describe its components and applications.
Practical:
Practical skills enhance the apprentices’ ability to meet the objectives of this course. The
learning objectives outlined below are mandatory in Newfoundland and Labrador, but
are provided as suggestions for Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New
Brunswick.
1. Weld pipe and in all positions using the GTAW process.